Artist Beatriz Vasquez uses colorful cut paper and animated shadows to tell the tale of her family’s first Christmas in Indianapolis.
Author Archives: Jenna Watson
Art Director
Alma mater: Kent State University
Before joining Mirror Indy, I was a staff photojournalist at the Indianapolis Star for 8 years where I helped lead the newsroom’s union. I’m a versatile news and sports photojournalist with a knack for video storytelling.
When I’m not working, I’m usually seeking out some sunshine and rest. I enjoy hiking, dancing, practicing yoga and meditation, eating good food and being with my people.
I see local journalism as a public service and believe it is our duty to meet community members where they’re at. I’m eager to join a newsroom that is rethinking how we report local news and tell stories.
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Look back on the highs and lows of 2025 through Mirror Indy’s top photos
Basketball drama, political drama, data center drama … 2025 was never boring. But, there were some bright spots, too.
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Some good news – hundreds of kids get new shoes ahead of the holidays
See smiling faces of kids at Daniel Webster School 46 as they receive new shoes, socks, hats, gloves and toys Dec. 12.
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See how Indy artists brought our stories to life in 2025
In 2025, we worked with more than a dozen visual artists across a range of mediums – digital illustration, collage, sculpture and more – who created editorial works to accompany our reporting.
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See photos from Mirror Ball: The Beat Goes On
Mirror Indy and Free Press Indiana celebrated two years with an anniversary party Dec. 5 at the Eiteljorg Museum.
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Photos: People gather to demand safer streets in Indianapolis
Demonstrators gathered Nov. 23 at the corner of College and Mass avenues to advocate for cyclist and pedestrian safety.
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Local gifts for everyone on your list
From trendy and fun to artsy and sentimental, Mirror Indy’s 2025 gift guide is packed with gift ideas from local businesses.
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Call for photos: We want to see fall leaves through your eyes!
Send us your best autumn photos. We’ll publish our favorites the week of Nov. 10.
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Photos: We celebrated rest on World Mental Health Day
Mirror Indy recognized World Mental Health Day with a sound bath led by Preciss Stone on Oct. 9.
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‘I’m so tired’: Fountain Square encampment residents feel stuck
Some moved, others stayed, but none were forced to leave the morning of Aug. 11.